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How to Change Your Mind
The New Science of Psychedelics
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How to Change Your Mind by Michael Pollan takes readers on a fascinating journey into the often misunderstood world of psychedelics. Pollan, one of America's most esteemed writers, explores the complex history, the controversial science, and the potential future of mind-altering substances. By diving deep into the past and present research, Pollan reveals how psychedelics could potentially revolutionise our understanding of human consciousness and mental health.
The book starts by delving into the rediscovery of LSD in the 1940s, capturing the initial excitement among scientists and doctors about its potential therapeutic benefits. These early researchers believed psychedelics might offer profound insights into the human mind and help treat conditions like addiction and mental illness. However, the cultural upheaval of the 1960s brought a fierce backlash, leading to the criminalisation and cessation of further studies.
In recent years, however, a quiet renaissance has begun. Researchers are cautiously reopening the doors that had been slammed shut, driven by a new wave of empirical studies examining the capabilities of substances like LSD, psilocybin, and DMT. Their findings suggest that these drugs, when used responsibly, could have significant benefits for mental health, including alleviating depression, anxiety, and PTSD.
Pollan doesn't just recount the scientific and societal aspects of psychedelics; he also immerses himself personally into their effects. As a self-described 'reluctant psychonaut', he shares his first-hand experiences as a guinea pig in this groundbreaking research. His compelling narrative paints a vivid portrait of modern-day scientists and their renewed enthusiasm for exploring these substances' therapeutic possibilities.
How to Change Your Mind ultimately provides a hopeful perspective on what could be a paradigm shift in the way we understand and treat psychological conditions. Pollan's evocative prose makes complex scientific concepts accessible to readers, offering a captivating read that opens minds to new possibilities for the future of human consciousness.
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How to Change Your Mind by Michael Pollan has been praised for its thorough exploration of the history and science of psychedelics. Reviewers appreciate Pollan's engaging writing style, his balanced approach to the subject, and the way he combines personal experiences with extensive research. It is both informative and thought-provoking, making complex topics accessible to a wide audience.
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ISBN: 9780141985138
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 30 May 2019
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd
Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 330g
Pages: 480
About the Author
Michael Pollan is an award-winning author, activist and journalist. His no.1 international bestselling books about the way we live today - including The Omnivore's Dilemma, In Defence of Food and Cooked (also a successful Netflix series) -- combine meticulous reporting with anthropology, philosophy, culture, health and natural history. Time magazine has named him one of the hundred most influential people in the world. He lives in the Bay Area of California with his wife and son.
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